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Spot de Denver Basin

Denver Basin

Denver Basin

United States

37.97 | -107.57

3859m

Overview

Denver Basin is an extreme alpine snowkite spot at 3,859m altitude in the San Juan Mountains. One of the highest snowkite spots in North America. Open alpine terrain above treeline with powerful high-altitude winds. Reserved for experienced riders due to extreme altitude and isolation.

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Spot type

Freeride (Ski touring access)

Altitude

3859m

Spot opening date

Open all year round

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Hazards

Extreme altitude 3,859m — severe altitude sickness, pulmonary edema possible. Rapid hypothermia from extreme wind chill. High avalanche risk. Sudden blizzards with total whiteout. Alpine terrain with cornices, cliffs, and hidden crevasses. No rapid rescue possible. Extreme UV reflected by snow — protection mandatory.

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Additional information

Alpine terrain above treeline. Wind-blown snow alternating between deep powder and scoured surfaces. Cornices and massive snowdrifts. Varied terrain with slopes and flat areas.

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